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Shrieking Pit

Arthur J. Rees

Shrieking Pit

Shrieking Pit

Arthur J. Rees

The Shrieking Pit, written by Arthur J. Rees, is an early 20th-century murder mystery featuring private detective Grant Colwyn. While on holiday in East Anglia, Colwyn becomes involved in a case when a young man, who behaves suspiciously, disappears after a guest at the local inn is found dead. This novel is notable for its classic detective narrative and atmospheric setting in the Norfolk marshes, showcasing Rees's skill in crafting suspenseful plots.

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The Shrieking Pit is one of Arthur Rees's earlier works, and is a good old fashioned murder mystery story. Grant Colwyn,...

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